Sarmiento Junin vs River Plate Prediction: Can River Plate break Sarmiento defense and record?

River Plate must come up against a contrasting style to their own when Sarmiento Junin host the 12th round of the Torneo Betano 2025. The hosts seek to take advantage of a sturdy defensive performance while River will be determined to press their attacking rhythm after they drew the last round.

Sarmiento Junin (DDDDL)

Gimnasia La Plata has been followed by Sarmiento Junin into this match after a goalless draw. Although they were outplayed on possession (44%) and total shots (11 vs 21), the team held firm and particularly after they were reduced to ten men in the second half gaining numerical advantage. But far from impressive, Sarmiento was more able in the second half of recording 7 of their 11 shots. But their attacking efficiency has not been at the level needed, with only two shots on target and a nil chance created. They were organized defensively and that resulted from Gimnasia's lack of accuracy up front.

River Plate (DWDWL)

On the other hand, River Plate drew 2-2 with Rosario Central. Although they suffered an early setback, they stormed back and took full control of the game, as they had 63 percent possession and took 21 shots overall. River were ahead thanks to a Subiabre strike early in the second half that distinguished himself. But then defensive gaffes helped Rosario level late in the match. River looked dangerous going forward with a 1.33 xG from shots on target but the final stages cost them the win. This game proved how attack can be their ally one moment, and a betrayer the next.

Expert Betting Tips

River Plate who boast of better quality and attacking firepower will be strong favourites going into this game. But, last round saw Sarmiento put in a solid defensive display that is unlikely to see them reach for over 2, even at home. Given that River Plate possess possession basis approach and attacking variety, they are best suited to set the tempo. But if Sarmiento can reproduce their defensive shape and make life difficult for the visitors early, it could see this turn out tighter than it looked. The big question is can Sarmiento score enough to overcome to stay alive?